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Methane Series.
Methane Series - as a noun
A series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula cnh(2n+2)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alkane10alkane seriesparaffin16paraffin seriesHypernyms (Closely Related)
aliphatic compoundHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The methane series refers to the homologous series of hydrocarbons consisting of molecules with one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms."
"The methane series is also known as the alkane series."
"The members of the methane series are methane, ethane, propane, butane, and so on."
"The methane series is an important source of energy as hydrocarbons in this series can be used for fuel."
"The methane series is characterized by single covalent bonds between carbon and hydrogen atoms in each molecule."
